Christopher Hall

Contributing Writer, Via
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While reporting on food, architecture, travel and other cultural topics, San Francisco journalist Christopher Hall has carved stones for a medieval French castle, interviewed San Quentin inmate-artists, surveyed Istanbul from its highest minaret, participated in a Brazilian voodoo ceremony, eaten tapas with an octogenarian nun in Seville, bowled with drag queens in Las Vegas, and rowed across a fjord with a Norwegian cheesemaker and one of her goats.

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He has written for many publications, including Smithsonian, the New York Times, Architectural Digest, Saveur, National Geographic Traveler, AARP The Magazine, Gourmet, and Sunset. He is a frequent Via contributor.

Articles by Christopher Hall

Covered wagons at the National Historic Oregon Trail Interpretive Center

Trace these National Historic Trails taken by the West's explorers, migrants, and Native peoples.

Yosemite National Park Glacier Point Views, California, picture

Tour breathtaking Yosemite with this list of must-do summertime activities.

Berlin TV Tower with city panorama at sunset in Berlin, Germany

United States travelers adore Europe. Five European cities beckon with fun activities this summer.

Yosemite Falls at Yosemite National Park, California, picture

Spring is the best time to visit these must-see waterfalls in Western states.

picture of the turquoise waters of the ocean outside El Castillo, the temple ruin at Tulum

For pristine beaches, ancient ruins, and low prices, visit Mexico’s Riviera Maya.

Honolulu shoreline at dusk

An impromptu island vacation is easier than you might think. Just head to Honolulu.

pedestrians stroll along Puget Sound at MarketFront at Pike Place Market, image

A western landmark where fish fly underwent a major expansion in 2017 with iconic Pacific Northwest views.

the view of Tomales Bay from the Giacomini Wetlands in West Marin, California, picture

The impressive Giacomini Wetlands sit at the southern end of Tomales Bay near Point Reyes Station.

A hand holds a Oh My Birthday Cake Oreo stuffed donut from the Las Vegas Donut Bar, image

The Las Vegas Donut Bar location features wild flavor combos.

two hikers near Zabriskie Point in Death Valley National Park, image

Death Valley, home of the lowest point in the hemisphere, makes a great winter getaway spot.

Steinbeck Monument in Cannery Row, Monterey, California, picture

Monterey, California, paid tribute to John Steinbeck with a monument overlooking the ocean.

picture of students laughing and taking a picture while participating in a cooking class

Learn skills, gather new recipes, and have fun in these culinary adventures in wine country.